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Overview
Location: Doncaster East, Victoria. Employment type: Full-time. Based at the Depot, Doncaster East. Description: Full-time, permanent position. Band 7 ($110,535.17 - $123,685.38) + 12% Superannuation.
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit. Planning for the future is a key focus of our work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic direction of planning policies that affect properties in our region.
About The Role
The Team Leader Stormwater Engineering will provide strategic leadership and coordination of a high-performing team of engineers focused on delivering innovative stormwater solutions across the municipality. This role oversees a broad portfolio of flood mitigation, network capacity enhancement, and stormwater asset management projects, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking team culture. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate and skilled team in the development and delivery of complex flood investigations, capital works, and stormwater programs. The Integrated Stormwater team has recently expanded its portfolio to include drainage maintenance and renewal, positioning it as the one-stop shop for stormwater and the custodian of this critical asset class. The role plays a key part in monitoring team performance, managing budgets, and delivering on strategic objectives, while cultivating strong relationships across Council, external stakeholders, and the broader community. We are seeking a visionary leader with a proven track record in delivery, strategic initiatives and a passion for innovation. The ideal candidate will bring fresh thinking to flooding and stormwater challenges, champion emerging technologies and methodologies, and embed sustainability principles into all aspects of project planning and delivery. A commitment to continuous improvement, environmental sustainability, and community outcomes will be central to this role.
Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate a high-performing team of engineers focused on stormwater solutions across the municipality.
* Strategically manage flood mitigation, network capacity enhancement, and stormwater asset management projects.
* Monitor team performance, manage budgets, and deliver on strategic objectives.
* Cultivate strong relationships with internal colleagues, external stakeholders, and the community.
* Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture and drive adoption of innovative approaches.
Skills And Experience
* Registered Professional Engineer or on a pathway to registration with a minimum of a Washington Accord recognised accreditation that meets the requirement for registration.
* Experienced people leader able to develop and deliver against objectives and budgets and maintain focus across programs and projects.
* Excellent communicator with demonstrated ability to prepare succinct written reports.
* Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to engage across internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to lead staff in a positive direction while promoting a proactive culture.
How to Apply
Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the Manningham careers section: Job Vacancies. How to Apply: Click APPLY to submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Zander Beard, Coordinator Integrated Stormwater on .
For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email or visit
Applications close on Friday 10 October at 11.00pm.
Additional Information
We recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from underrepresented groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. Manningham Council supports flexible work practices and remote work where possible.
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